Frank Vandenbroucke, who was nicknamed "God", is the focus of today’s discussion with Andy McGrath, who penned "God is Dead" exploring Vandenbroucke's life. We delve into Frank’s extraordinary capabilities, the immense pressures of his fame and his life outside the racing circuit. From his celebrated win at Liège to the significant challenges he en…

What are the wind speeds that are just too dangerous to go and ride your bike in, how are the cobble stone sections in the pro races graded, what are does Anthony recommend for a bike in the $5 - $7k range and do we really believe that motor doping is really happening? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

In todays podcast Anthony chats with Iñaki de la Parra, Ultraman World Champ, about "true" fitness. This embodies much more than mere specialisation; it's about cultivating a well-rounded set of physical attributes. This holistic approach encompasses strength, balance, mobility, endurance, and speed, ensuring that an athlete can perform across a va…

Todays guest is Nutritionist Uri Carlson and during this chat we aim to answer one fundamental question, how cyclists can lose weight without sacrificing muscle and power. We'll explore the essentials of weight loss, nutrition strategies, and the timing of nutrient intake. Expect insights on protein's role, hydration, and managing calorie deficits …

In todays episode Sarah and Anthony answer this weeks listener questions. A question that comes in over and over is about how to get and stay fit after 40 so today that question is tackeled! Also covered is how to recover from a high volume training block and finally an environmentally safe chain lube! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

Today we chat with cycling coach Kolie Moore from Empirical cycling. If you’re a detail orientated you’ll enjoy the deep dive into zone 2 training, metabolic flexibility and principles for constructing your own micro & macro training plan. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you're ready to elevate your per…

Todays guest is Jack Burke and this episode really becomes a very very unique conversation, a conversation about how to become a pro cyclist. It’s a roadmap. A step by step guide on what it takes to excel in cycling and arrive at the highest level of our beautiful sport. It's a strategic plan for achievement, one I would have valued greatly when I …

In todays episode a listener writes in to share details of how a motorist was convicted and sent to jail for hotting him when he was out cycling, there’s loads of questions too on fasted rides, expensive Vs cheap helmets and complicated bike technology. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you're ready to elev…

In today's episode Anthony chats with Dr Peter Martone. They discuss all things spinal health which is such an important topic given that screens play such a dominant role in our lives. In this episode we dive into how this digital lifestyle impacts our spine and what we can do to counteract these effects without giving up our gadgets and Dr. Marto…

Formula 1 driver Valtteri Bottas joins Anthony on today's podcast to chat about high performance, dealing with all the pressures that his insanely fast paced job entails plus his love for cycling. He is the co-founder of FNLD GRVL and RADL GRVL races and we discover how he believes cycling has made him a better F1 driver! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Pe…

In todays episode Anthony and Sarah chat about the moments that will go down in cycling history for all the wrong reasons. There’s loads of questions too - Why don’t all cyclists wave back, how to recover from pains in your butt after a long ride and is altitude training worth it if you’re not a pro? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

Today Anthony delves into the thrilling realm of virtual cycling with Zach Nehr, a leading figure in e-racing. Zach's impressive power figures are just the beginning of what he offers. He provides deep insights and expertise on virtual racing's dynamics, addressing its unique challenges and the allure of competing in this digital space. Our discuss…

Dr Meg Fisher joins Anthony to recount her harrowing story, which may be the greatest comeback story in sport. Meg almost lost her life in a tragic accident where her partner sadly passed away. Meg suffered shocking injuries including the loss of her leg. This isn't a story about tragedy though, it's a story about triumph. Meg has accomplished spor…

In todays episode Anthony and Sarah tackle of your listener questions. Should bike weight limits be increased? Which sauna is best to buy? Does Anthony mullet make him a better cyclists!? All these plus loads more chat. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you're ready to elevate your performance and sleep quality, why no…

Today, we delve into the remarkable story of John McAvoy, a life steeped in redemption, resilience, and metamorphosis. Previously ensnared in criminal activities, John discovered his salvation through the unexpected medium of rowing during his time in prison. This critical juncture signalled the start of a significant personal transformation. Trans…

Andy McGrath is known for his work in the cycling world, both as an author and a journalist. "Bird on the Wire" is a book by McGrath that delves into the life and career of Tommy Simpson, one of Britain's most famous cyclists. Simpson was a world champion and the first Briton to wear the yellow jersey in the Tour de France but tragically died durin…

Did you know a Harley Davidson Motor bike will cost less than a high end Specialized Road bike? In today's episode Anthony and Sarah drill down into some of the reasons why this is the case and why the bike industry is in such trouble. There’s loads of other questions from listeners about doping in amateur cycling, kilojoules and THAT infamous new …

Today, Anthony chats with Paul Byrne, the force behind Body Byrne. Paul is far from your average fitness instructor; he's the genius responsible for the astonishing physical transformations of some of the world's leading celebrities, including Hugh Jackman, Daniel Day-Lewis, and Saoirse Ronan. Paul's narrative is a brilliant illustration of 'river …

In this episode Anthony talks with the renowned exercise physiologist, Dr. Stephen Seiler. Dr. Seiler has reshaped our understanding of effective training methodologies through his pivotal research on the polarized training model. His insights have influenced a wide array of endurance sports, from cycling and rowing to cross-country skiing and runn…

After Thomas deGendts crash in the UAE Tour there’s been a lot of chatter about the hookless, tubeless rim he was using. Anthony and Sarah talk about this new system and is it safe for cyclists? Listeners have loads of questions too…the new 20mph restrictions on TTs in the UK, the dirtiest tactics ever used in a race and resting heart rate. All thi…

In todays podcast Anthony chats with Dustin Baker, an expert in the realm of anti-aging. We traverse the topics of groundbreaking treatments, from the potential of peptides and Human Growth Hormone (HGH) to the burgeoning field of regenerative medicine, including stem cell therapy. Dustin provides an in-depth exploration into how these cutting-edge…

Over 1 million people tuned into part 1 on youtube & podcast platforms and the number 1 comment was “Greg is the reason I started cycling”. How cool is that? So in todays Part 2 Greg LeMond, chats to Anthony about his early years, the 1989 and 1990 Tour de France, the curse of the yellow jersey and of course Greg is, as ever, disarmingly honest abo…

In today's podcast Anthony chats to Sean Landers who is one of Irelands leading cyclists. Tragically Seans' girlfriend Gabby who was also a top Irish cyclist was killed by a motorist on a training ride. Sean opens up about the loss, his dark moments, his mission to end cyclist road deaths and he speaks about Gabby and what a phenomenal person the w…

Today’s guest is Kimo Seymour, the man respsonsible for the Life Time Grand Prix series which is redefining cycling in the US. From the mud-soaked challenges at Unbound to the domination of Keegan and Sofia in 2023, today we get the inside scope on gravel in the US This is your behind the scenes look at what went right and wrong in 2023 and what yo…

In today's podcast I chat to Tyler Hamilton, we chatted about some really key moments and experiences in his career. Firstly, his move to Europe for racing was a game-changer in his career, the tight bond within the US Postal Service team, which was crucial despite all the skepticism they faced. And above all Tyler's story about doping was eye-open…